Ginger Banana Smoothie | Natalie’s Well being

After I first began my wholesome life-style journey, this Ginger Banana Smoothie was among the many first wholesome smoothies I ever made. It is a fairly easy recipe in contrast with the smoothies I create and make now. However nonetheless, this creamy magnificence is certainly one of my favorites even right now.

Through the years, I’ve found many new wholesome substances and I began utilizing them for making wholesome smoothies. Additionally, I found many new scrumptious taste combos and superfoods. So I uplifted the outdated recipe and produce it to a different degree. That’s how this straightforward banana smoothie advanced too.

As we speak, I am sharing a brand new upgraded recipe with new pictures and a newly upgraded method.

Components used

You have to just a few easy substances for this banana ginger smoothie.

• Milk of alternative. I used unsweetened almond milk, however you should use any milk you want on this recipe, dairy or plant-based.
• Banana. It is filled with essential vitamins, particularly gut-friendly fibers, very filling, and nice for power. I used an overripe banana.
• Contemporary ginger root. Ginger is thought for its anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties. It is nice for enhancing digestion, and immunity. Additionally, ginger added wonderful taste punch. 
• Probiotic yogurt. Yogurt is all accountable for wonderful smoothie creaminess. However yogurt added some gut-friendly probiotics too, reworking this smoothie into a robust metabolism-boosting drink. I used coconut probiotic yogurt however you should use any probiotic drink you want.

I all the time like so as to add some extras to my smoothies, to uplift the flavors but additionally to make them extra nutritious. On this smoothie I added:

• Hemp seeds. They’re a superb supply of Omega-3s and a terrific supply of proteins.
• Vanilla extract.

How you can make Ginger Banana Smoothie

Making this wholesome ginger smoothie is tremendous straightforward. All you want is an effective blender.

Step-by-step directions

• Begin with getting ready and measuring all of the substances. I like to make use of measuring cups.
• Peel and grate ginger root.
• Take the blender and add all substances. Notice: add moist substances first for simpler mixing.
• Activate the blender and blend at excessive velocity till you get a easy texture.
• If the smoothie is simply too thick, add just a little extra liquid – milk or water. Mix once more till the smoothie is easy.
• Style the smoothie and add extra sweetener if you happen to like. (See the “Sweetener suggestion” part for ideas)
• Switch the smoothie right into a smoothie glass. 
• Add toppings (optionally available): I used goji berries and bee pollen. Be artistic right here and add toppings you want. 
• Serve and luxuriate in!

Makes 1 serving that serves 1 particular person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a lightweight meal.

Substitutions

• You should use any dairy or plant-based milk right here.
• You should use any dairy or plant-based probiotic right here. Additional tip: search for merchandise with out added flavors and sweeteners.
• You’ll be able to substitute hemp seeds with floor flax seeds, or chia seeds. 

Smoothie variations

Make it with out banana: Use ½ of avocado. Notice: avocado will change the smoothie coloration to extra inexperienced. Additionally, banana is added for pure sweetness so if you happen to omit banana you need to add some further sweetener. See the “Sweetener suggestion” part for my ideas.

Make it weight-loss pleasant: Use solely half a banana to chop energy.

Make it vegan: Use plant-based milk and probiotic yogurt.

Suggestions for storing

• Retailer in a smoothie cup with a lid and preserve refrigerated for as much as at some point.
• Should you left the smoothie standing lengthy it’s going to set. Do not forget to shake or stir it earlier than consuming!
• Bear in mind, all smoothies oxidate when left standing. That is not unhealthy. But it surely’s finest to have the smoothie recent.

Sweetener suggestion

This smoothie makes use of bananas as a pure sweetener. I do not suggest including any further sugar. However if you happen to discover the smoothie not candy sufficient, you’ll be able to add some. Be aware although.

• Use 1-2 dates, date syrup, liquid honey, or maple syrup.
• In case you are utilizing dates, be sure you soak them in heat water for no less than 10 minutes. Drain them earlier than utilizing them.
• Use liquid stevia or any liquid low-carb sweetener for the low-carb possibility.
• Coconut sugar or every other cristal sugar will not work properly right here. It won’t dissolve properly in a chilly smoothie combination.